Académie Scientifique de Beauté

What Académie Scientifique de Beauté does

Académie Scientifique de Beauté Canada operates as the Canadian distribution subsidiary of France-based Académie Group, selling a heritage French skincare brand (founded 1890) in Canada. The company's core technology is rooted in skincare formulation and scientific research conducted by the French parent, with products manufactured in France and distributed to Canadian consumers through two channels: a direct-to-consumer e-commerce storefront at academiebeaute.ca (offering both English and French, free shipping, and a newsletter-driven 10% first-order incentive) and a network of professional partner institutes and spas that provide in-person professional treatments and product discovery.

Name

Académie Scientifique de Beauté

Legal name

Académie Scientifique de Beauté Canada

Website

https://academie-beaute.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1920

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Académie Scientifique de Beauté Canada is the Canadian subsidiary of French heritage skincare brand Académie Group (founded 1890), distributing French-manufactured dermocosmetic products via a Brossard-based e-commerce store and a Canadian network of partner institutes, serving individual consumers across all skin types.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Skincare and Dermocosmetics

NAICS

Cosmetics, Beauty Supplies, and Perfume Retailers (456120), Health and Personal Care Retailers (4561)

SIC

Perfumes, Cosmetics & Other Toilet Preparations (2844), Soap, Detergents, Cleang Preparations, Perfumes, Cosmetics (2840)

akta.pro primary industry

Dermocosmetics & Medical-Grade Skincare (CRABAAAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Natural/Organic & Clean Skincare (CRABAAAH), Professional Skincare & Facial Treatments (CRABALAF), Antibacterial & Medicated Cleansers (e.g., Acne, Antifungal, Antiseptic) (CRABAEAH)

Keywords

• French skincare products
• Dermocosmetic formulations
• Anti-aging skincare
• Facial cleansers toners
• Professional beauty partner

Headquarters

HQ city

Brossard

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Direct Product Sales: One-time purchase model where customers buy individual skincare products directly from the e-commerce website or through partner institutes. Products range from cleansers ($42-$60), serums ($53-$124), face creams ($74-$165), and specialized treatments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Académie Scientifique de Beauté designs, formulates, and distributes a comprehensive range of French-manufactured dermocosmetic skincare products — including face creams, cleansers, toners, serums, masks, eye and lip care, body care, and makeup — sold directly to Canadian consumers via its e-commerce site and through a network of professional partner institutes and spas. The brand organizes its offering into themed collections targeting hydration, anti-aging, sensitivity, oiliness, radiance, and hyperpigmentation, alongside the high-performance Derm Acte sub-brand.

Product overview

Académie Scientifique de Beauté is a French skincare and beauty brand with over a century of heritage. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of dermocosmetic products organized into multiple collections (YOUTH REPAIR, SÈVE MIRACLE, HYDRADERM, HYPO-SENSIBLE, PURE, RADIANCE, TIME+, TIME ACTIVE, YOUTH ACTIVE LIFT, THE ESSENTIAL OILS, COMPLEXION, SPA DESTINATION, and CLEAN) alongside the high-performance DERM ACTE sub-brand. The product range spans face creams, cleansers and toners, serums, face masks, scrubs, body care, men's care, eye and lip care, and makeup. Core offerings include targeted treatments (Retinol Night Cream, Ultimate Eye Corrector, 4D Intensive Moisturizing Serum), collections addressing specific concerns (anti-aging, hydration, purification, brightening, sensitivity), and gift sets. All products are formulated and manufactured by the company in France with a focus on naturalness, efficacy, transparency, ecology, and sensoriality.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Derm Acte: High-performance dermocosmetic line targeting specific skin concerns with innovative formulas.

Products and services

• Derm Acte Sub-Brand High-performance dermocosmetic sub-brand of Académie Scientifique de Beauté offering targeted, clinical-grade treatments including Retinol Night Cream, Soothing Repairing Cream, Ultimate Eye Corrector, 4D Intensive Moisturizing Serum, Pore Minimizing Mattifying Fluid, and Radiance Exfoliating Lotion; designed for consumers seeking innovation and visible results.
• Youth Repair Collection Anti-aging skincare collection designed to cultivate youthful skin and preserve future beauty through advanced repair formulations for mature and aging-prone skin.
• Sève Miracle Collection Vitality-focused skincare collection inspired by tree sap, delivering nutrients deep into the skin for renewed radiance; includes Sève Miracle The Serum, Sève Miracle The Cream, and HydraLift Box.
• Hydraderm Collection Three-step hydration system delivering deep moisturization and a feeling of well-being for dehydrated and dry skin types.
• Hypo-Sensible Collection Gentle skincare line formulated for sensitive skin prone to redness and reactions, including Hypo-Sensible Toner (400mL) and Hypo-Sensible Skin Cleanser (200mL).
• Pure Collection Purifying skincare range targeting oily skin and imperfections, including Purifying Cleansing Gel, Purifying Pore Clearing Mask, Juvanyl Cream, Exfoliating Purifying Juvanyl Toner, Moisture Gel, and Imperfections Corrector Roll-on.
• Radiance Collection Brightening skincare collection designed to address lack of radiance and improve skin uniformity and luminosity.
• Time+ Collection Anti-aging, time-defying skincare collection formulated for mature skin.
• Time Active Collection Active anti-aging collection targeting wrinkles and fine lines for age-recovery-focused consumers.
• Youth Active Lift Collection Lifting and firming collection designed for visible age recovery and facial contour enhancement.
• The Essential Oils Collection Essential oil-based skincare line offering Soothing Essence, Revitalizing Essence, and Radiance Essence for hydration, firmness, soothing, and luminosity across all skin types.
• Complexion Collection Skincare collection focused on improving and unifying skin complexion, including hyperpigmentation and dark spot correction.
• Spa Destination Collection Spa-inspired at-home treatment collection delivering a destination spa experience through masks and ritual products.
• Clean Collection Clean and natural formula collection meeting clean beauty standards, free from harmful chemicals, including Micellar Cleansing Water and other gentle formulations.
• Retinol Cream Retinol-based anti-aging night cream from the Derm Acte line targeting firming and smoothing for consumers aged 35 and older. Priced at CAD $156.
• 4D Intensive Moisturizing Serum Multi-dimensional intensive moisturizing serum from the Derm Acte line providing deep hydration and a plumping effect.
• Sève Miracle The Serum Vitality-enhancing serum from the Sève Miracle collection bringing tree-sap-like vitality to the core of the skin. Priced at CAD $124.
• Re-Densifying & Volumizing Care Anti-aging face cream that re-densifies and volumizes skin for a youthful appearance. Priced at CAD $165.
• Ultimate Eye Corrector Intensive eye treatment from the Derm Acte line that corrects and reduces visible signs of aging around the eyes. Priced at CAD $81.
• Sève Miracle The Cream Premium face cream from the Sève Miracle collection delivering tree-sap-like vitality to the skin. Priced at CAD $110.
• Hydrastiane Youth Cream Youth-activating face cream targeting wrinkles and fine lines for age-defying results.
• 3D Lip Perfector Multi-dimensional lip care treatment for enhanced lip volume and definition.
• Radiance Exfoliating Lotion Exfoliating toner from the Derm Acte line designed for all skin types with lack of radiance, improving uniformity and luminosity. Priced at CAD $70.
• Exfoliating Purifying Juvanyl Toner Purifying exfoliating toner for oily skin with or without imperfections, designed to exfoliate and purify. Priced at CAD $50.
• Express Cleansing Balm All-purpose cleansing balm for all skin types that removes makeup and cleanses in one step. Priced at CAD $60.
• Micellar Cleansing Water Gentle micellar water for all skin types that cleanses and removes makeup effectively. Priced at CAD $49.
• Soothing Repairing Cream Soothing and repairing cream from the Derm Acte line for all skin types, including sensitive skin, redness relief, and post-procedure care. Priced at CAD $100.
• Pore Minimizing Mattifying Fluid Mattifying fluid from the Derm Acte line that minimizes pores and smooths skin for oily skin with imperfections. Priced at CAD $120.
• Hydrating Mattifying Fluid Dual-action fluid that hydrates and mattifies normal to combination skin with or without imperfections. Priced at CAD $74.
• Calming Mask Comfort + Soothing face mask that provides comfort and relief for sensitive or irritated skin.
• Moisturizing & Regenerating Care Face cream providing deep moisturization and skin regeneration for lasting hydration.
• Dermonyl Lipid-Replenishing Balm Lipid-replenishing balm that restores the skin's protective barrier and provides intense nourishment.
• Extra Rich Cream Rich, nourishing face cream for dry skin requiring intensive moisture and comfort.
• Gentle Peeling Cleanser 2 in 1 Gentle 2-in-1 cleanser and peeling product for daily exfoliation and skin renewal.
• Hypo-Sensible Toner (400mL) Gentle toner from the Hypo-Sensible line formulated for sensitive skin, packaged in a 400mL size.
• Hypo-Sensible Skin Cleanser (200mL) Gentle makeup-removing cleanser from the Hypo-Sensible line for sensitive skin, packaged in a 200mL size.
• Imperfections Corrector Roll-on Targeted roll-on treatment for correcting skin imperfections and blemishes. Priced at CAD $53.
• Moisture Gel Lightweight hydrating gel specifically formulated for oily skin to balance moisture without heaviness.
• Purifying Cleansing Gel Purifying cleansing gel for oily skin that removes impurities and excess sebum.
• Restorative Normalizing Cream Face cream that restores and normalizes skin, bringing balance to problematic or reactive skin.
• Purifying Pore Clearing Mask Deep-cleansing face mask that clears and minimizes pores for clearer-looking skin.
• Juvanyl Cream Face cream from the Pure collection designed for oily skin with imperfections.
• Soothing Essence Soothing essence from The Essential Oils collection for all sensitive skin types, providing soothing and hydrating benefits. Priced at CAD $97.
• Revitalizing Essence Revitalizing essence from The Essential Oils collection providing hydration and firmness for all skin types.
• Radiance Essence Brightening essence from The Essential Oils collection for luminosity and glow across all skin types.
• HydraLift Box Gift Set Anti-aging gift box for normal to dry skin aged 40+, featuring HydraLift technology for firming, plumping, and smoothing. Promotional bundle priced at CAD $129 (was $231).
• The Eye Set Gift Box Eye care gift box targeting signs of aging around the eyes for a younger-looking gaze. Promotional bundle priced at CAD $86 with a $14 discount.
• Dynastiane Eye First Care Advanced eye care treatment targeting the delicate eye area for visible anti-aging results.

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Partner InstitutescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetwork of professional skincare institutes and spas that offer Académie treatments and products to customers. These partners provide professional-grade facials and skincare services using Académie products, creating a professional endorsement channel.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Nuxe: French natural-origin skincare brand with botanical formulations and spa heritage. Comparable to Académie in French-origin positioning, natural ingredients, and presence in professional spa channels in Canada.
• Caudalie: French natural skincare brand leveraging vine-based active ingredients, sold direct and through spa channels in Canada. Directly comparable to Académie in French natural positioning, anti-aging focus, and partnership with spa/institute distribution.
• La Roche-Posay: Leading French dermocosmetic brand (L'Oréal) focused on sensitive skin and clinical-grade formulations. Highly comparable to Académie in product philosophy, French heritage, and distribution through partner professionals in Canada.
• Bioderma: French dermocosmetic brand (NAOS) specializing in sensitive skin and dermatology-endorsed formulations. Comparable to Académie in French origin, dermocosmetic positioning, and pharmacy/professional distribution in Canada.
• Avène: French pharmacy skincare brand (Pierre Fabre) specializing in sensitive skin with thermal spring water formulations. Comparable to Académie in targeting sensitive skin segments with French-origin, science-backed formulations.
• Darphin: French botanical skincare brand (Estée Lauder) with botanical formulations and spa heritage. Comparable to Académie in French-origin positioning, premium skincare focus, and professional spa channel distribution.
• Embryolisse: French heritage skincare brand with century-old roots, focused on natural formulations and sold through pharmacy and professional channels. Highly comparable to Académie in French heritage, clean/natural positioning, and multi-channel model.
• Vichy Laboratoires: French dermocosmetic skincare brand owned by L'Oréal, sold through pharmacies and professional channels in Canada. Directly comparable to Académie in heritage, French formulation credentials, and dermatology-adjacent positioning for sensitive and aging skin.

Broad incumbents

• L'Oréal Paris Canada: Mass-market beauty conglomerate with extensive skincare portfolio across multiple price points in Canada. Operates as a broad incumbent with vastly greater scale, marketing budgets, and retail distribution than Académie, but shares the broader French skincare market overlap.
• Clarins: Established French premium skincare brand with broad multi-channel distribution in Canada including department stores and DTC. Comparable in French heritage and premium positioning, though operates at much larger scale and broader product scope.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks1 record

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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